Job Description
Location: Elk Grove Village, IllinoisJob Type: ContractCompensation Range: $55 - 65 per hourAre you a versatile communicator who thrives on crafting compelling messages that inform, engage, and inspire? We’re looking for a Strategic Communications Benefits Writer to join our team—a true wordsmith who can seamlessly shift between writer, editor, proofreader, strategist, and project manager.
In this dynamic role, you’ll partner closely with communications consultants and clients to shape key messages and develop high-impact benefits communication materials. From health and welfare to talent recruitment and annual enrollment campaigns, you’ll be responsible for creating content that resonates—across websites, brochures, emails, social media, videos, interactive tools, and more.
The ideal candidate brings a strong background in employee benefits communications, sharp editorial skills, and an innate sense of strategy and storytelling. You’ll also collaborate with design and web teams to ensure each message is delivered with both clarity and creativity.
If you're ambitious, detail-oriented, and passionate about making complex information accessible and engaging, this could be your next great career move.
Will begin at 20-25 hours until late August and then full time through November, the right candidate could extend beyond that.Responsibilities:
Serve as primary benefits communication proofreader, writer, and/or editor on client projects, under direction from the Senior Content Writer/Editor.
Write or edit a variety of communications, including websites, newsletters, enrollment guides, emails, posters, and postcards.
Collaborate with internal team members, Strategic Communications Manager, and Creative Director to develop content ideas, create outlines, and write copy.
Present copy concepts and serve as copy manager in formal meetings with senior content, account management team members, and clients.
Monitor the progress of assigned projects through all development phases: conceptualization, drafting, review, layout, and production.
Document and report tasks in the project management tool.
Maintain job files and ensure final files are posted to project management platforms.
Assist with editorial review and proofreading.
Develop strategies to address internal communication needs and objectives.
Produce error-free content that adheres to client style guidelines.
Simultaneously manage multiple projects with short deadlines.
Communicate effectively with clients and internal creative teams.
Demonstrate strong organizational and time-management skills in a fast-paced environment.
Manage client needs and expectations.
Qualifications:
Preferred: Bachelor's degree in communications, English, or journalism.
Minimum of 8+ years of writing experience; HR and benefits communications or marketing preferred.
Experience producing copy for digital, print, and broadcast channels.
Strong planning, project management, and coordination skills.
Excellent verbal communication skills, including presentation, facilitation, and client-facing interactions.
Excellent written communication skills across various formats (web, internal, external, email, social, etc.)
Fluency in AP style preferred.
JOBID: 1094549#LI-CELLA#LI-MM10#LI-REMOTE#PLEqual Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Cella, a randstad digital company, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact
[email protected] offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Cella by randstad digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
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